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The Ferry Bed & Breakfast

3.5 star property
Travelers sip coffee with riverside views before pedaling off to explore local attractions on bikes provided by this welcoming bed and breakfast

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The Ferry Bed & Breakfast offers peaceful river views and genuine charm. Guests start their day with a cooked-to-order breakfast before relaxing by the lobby fireplace or wandering through the garden. Bike rentals make it easy to discover nearby hotspots without moving the car.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Lower Shotover, The Ferry Bed & Breakfast is on the riverwalk. Off The Wall Gallery and Lakes District Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Alpine Aqualand and Queenstown Gardens. Queenstown Ice Arena and Cookie Time are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like skiing. Visit our Lower Shotover travel guide
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Map
92 Spence Road, Lower Shotover, Otago, 9300

What's nearby

  • Queenstown Event Centre
    2 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Alpine Aqualand
    2 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Frankton Beach
    3 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • The Kingston Flyer
    4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Remarkables Park Town Centre
    5 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Airspresso
    8 min drive
  • Patagonia Chocolates
    8 min drive
  • 11th Avenue by Frank’s
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • Frankton Arm Tavern
    7 min drive

About this property

The Ferry Bed & Breakfast

Bed & breakfast by the river
Take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at The Ferry Bed & Breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a fireplace in the lobby.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • Barbecue grills, a TV in the lobby, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at The Ferry Bed & Breakfast offer comforts such as premium bedding and furnished patios, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with heated floors and showers
  • Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas, and communal kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 18 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Ferry Bed & Breakfast & Ski Accommodation Lower Shotover
Ferry Bed & Breakfast & Ski Accommodation
Ferry Ski Accommodation Lower Shotover
Old Ferry Hotel B&B Lower Shotover
Old Ferry Hotel B&B
Old Ferry Lower Shotover
Ferry Bed Breakfast Ski Accommodation
The Old Ferry Hotel B B
The Ferry & Lower Shotover
The Ferry Bed & Breakfast Lower Shotover
The Ferry Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast
The Ferry Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast Lower Shotover

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ferry Bed & Breakfast pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ferry Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Ferry Bed & Breakfast?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Ferry Bed & Breakfast located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this bed & breakfast is within 3 mi (5 km) of Queenstown Event Centre, Alpine Aqualand, and The Kingston Flyer. Lake Wakatipu is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Ferry Bed & Breakfast Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best stay in Queenstown

Beautiful rooms and shared spaces, lovely breakfast and the best hosts! Would definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a wonderful stay at the Ferry! It is perfectly located and the property and rooms are beautiful. The owners were very welcoming and gave us great recommendations for around town. The breakfast was really excellent too! Loved our stay here and would recommend it for anyone visiting Queenstown!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Akshay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time here. Dan and Mitzi are lovely people and amazing hosts. We absolutely loved everything about this property. Dan and Mitzi’s home cooked breakfast is definitely recommended Would love to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and quiet B&B. The property is well presented and the owners very friendly and welcoming. Use of Lounge, kitchen and washing facilities. Breakfast was plentiful and delicious. A great option when visiting Queenstown and area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely amazing!

Best stay of our trip. Lovely couple, lovely homemade breakfast, lovely room! The heated blanket in the bed and heated towel rack were amazing. The helpfulness during marathon week and places to eat and park really made our week in Queenstown a dream. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee-anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here. The only negatives was the bed was not to our liking ( it was a little hard compared to what we like) and the toilet was a little difficult to use (too close to one wall). Having said that, we can’t fault the service or the breakfast, the hosts are 1st class! And not having a tv meant we got to talk to people for a change!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Ferry BNB hosts are wonderful. Every possible detail has been thought out and implemented by these seasoned professionals. The property is so comfortable and cozy you just want to linger. Mitzi makes wonderful cook-to-order breakfasts with daily home made bread and an array of cereals, juices, home made yoghurt and compote and juices. Dan was quick to offer practical advise on parking, restaurants and traffic navigation. The location is in a calm peaceful area just a short drive from town. We've stayed at many BNBs throughout the world, and the historic Ferry Inn is world class. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After 2 nights staying close in to the CBD, it was delightful to experience the restful, peace and quiet of The Ferry Bed and Breakfast. Definitely out of the way, but also only a 5 to 10 minute drive to Frankton or the airport. We found a few reasonable places to eat in Frankton, buy saying that would have preferred to eat in Queenstown itself. The building, room, garden and hosts were impeccable. Loved it all. Was so surprised to come for breakfast and find a beautifully laid out table and a small menu of breakfast options, all deliciously prepared. And we enjoyed Mitzi's treats and both host's hospitality and friendliness. A very comfy bed, great shower and everything finished off to a high standard in keeping with the history of the building. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this B&B is amazing. Clean, attention to detail, friendly, amazing breakfast, beautiful location, comfortable beds, and wonderful hosts. We highly recommend this place and would stay here again in an instant.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an absolutely lovely place to stay. The host and hostess are amazing. The breakfasts were fabulous. We will be staying here again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quiet haven away from the hustle and bustle of Queenstown. Excellent firendly and knowledgeable hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Due to missunderstanding we were unable to stay but the owners handled it very professionally and refunded fully. Highly recommending.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What amazing property. Dan & Mitzi Were amazing hosts Everything about our stay far exceeded our expectations. The rooms are beautifully decorated, the beds very comfortable and the towels were so soft and fluffy the bathrooms are very well designed and elegant. Breakfast was amazing and the guinea pigs and chicks were adorable. The location was perfect, so quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the best properties we have stayed at and we have travelled a lot. It was like a home from home with plenty of space and furnished to the highest of levels. The home cooked breakfasts were magnificent using only the highest quality ingredients and everything was either home made or locally sourced. Dan and Mitzi were fantastic hosts and were a fountain of knowledge about the local area. If you are visiting Queenstown and you want want to experience luxury at an affordable price then this is the place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Parel net buiten druk Queenstown

Mitzi en Dan hebben de formule van een echte Engelse B&B toegepast op een rustig, van de weg gelegen, historisch NZ gebouw met een eigen verhaal. Een zeer goed ontbijt, zelfs deels à la carte, doen je de dag prima starten na een heerlijke nachtrust in een mooie kamer. De gastvrouw en heer staan je bij met goede tips en tricks voor zowel activiteiten als eetgelegenheden voor ‘s avonds. Dineren kan buitenshuis, maar er staat een hele keuken ter beschikking om zelf eten te maken. Wasmachine en droogkast gratis te gebruiken. Super hoe zij aan alles denken. Als het wat kil wordt, doen ze het gezellige haardvuur in de woonkamer aan. Echt fantastisch verblijf en vriendelijke eigenaars.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not to be missed

Mitzi & Dan are consummate hosts and have left no detail to chance - everything about their place has been thoroughly thought through and is of the highest quality. The opportunity to cook in, cosy up to the wood fire and share some time with them & the other guests really is special. Don’t miss out on the full ‘Pioneer’ breakfast Or Mitzi’s special daily bakes - all delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, charming home just outside of Queenstown. Dan and Mitzi were such friendly hosts and breakfast was delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Full English breakfast

I loved my stay...the room was just what I expected and the was breakfast incredible...it was great to chat with other guests over the breakfast table....would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

In a word: special

The Old Ferry is a true gem. From the historic building and gorgeous setting by a river to the sumptuous breakfast, Mitzi and Dan provided one of the best B & B experiences we have ever had. There are so many wonderful special touches like homemade treats for the guests each evening, oversized fluffy towels and robes, and the genuine warmth and local information provided by our hosts that set the Old Ferry apart. Would recommend this lovely place most highly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great traditional Bed & Breakfast! Dan and Mitzy were great hosts and very welcoming. Delicious breakfast served every morning. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place, lovely hosts, lovely setting. Definitely be back to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Hotel B&B in New Zealand

If you are visiting Queenstown, this charming gem of a place is perfect for exploring locally and visiting Queenstown itself. Why stay in the busy noise of a town when you can relax in this lovelingly restored old ferry house. Dan and Mitzi are so accommodating and helpful and although not huge, each bedroom has been thoughtfully designed, with beautiful features, antique furniture and although some reproduction it has kept its old worldly charm whilst still giving a luxury experience, with home made cookies, fluffy towels and bathrobes.. WIth a hearty breakfast made to order your are set up for the day. Only wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dan and Mitzi were wonderful hosts and the house and rooms are just uniquely charming and convenient. Being able to use the guest kitchen and laundry was a big plus and the breakfasts Mitzi and Dan dishes up were just amazing. The only downside is maybe that the room wasn’t big and had no wardrobe either but given I was a solo traveller and would have preferred to live out of my suitcase anyway, I didn’t mind it at all.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great comfort in beautiful historic property. So peaceful but extremely well positioned for visiting either Queenstown or the surrounding area. Excellent hosts and delicious breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018